ABOUT
At 14, Rick Wershe Jr. became the youngest FBI informant ever and helped bring down some of Detroit’s biggest drug dealers.
Then the FBI abandoned him, and he became the dealer, until being busted with eight kilos of cocaine.
Wershe has been in prison ever since.
Shattered: White Boy Rick chronicles Wershe’s improbable life story.
EPISODES
Shattered podcast | White Boy Rick, Chapter 4 -- I’m No Cocaine Kingpin
Read full article: Shattered podcast | White Boy Rick, Chapter 4 -- I’m No Cocaine KingpinRick has given the feds enough information for them to start prosecuting the Curry’s. Out of a job, he becomes a drug dealer in his own right.
Shattered podcast | White Boy Rick, Chapter 8 -- Just Call Me Rick
Read full article: Shattered podcast | White Boy Rick, Chapter 8 -- Just Call Me RickWith Hollywood making a movie about his life and some positive signs coming from the new Wayne County Prosecutor, Rick thinks he might have a shot at parole.
WHITE BOY RICK NEWS STORIES
Court dismisses Richard Wershe Jr.’s lawsuit against Detroit, citing statute of limitations
Read full article: Court dismisses Richard Wershe Jr.’s lawsuit against Detroit, citing statute of limitationsA federal court on Monday decided to dismiss two lawsuits brought by Richard Wershe Jr., formerly known as White Boy Rick, who sued Detroit and federal law enforcement for their alleged roles in his 32-year imprisonment.
Rick Wershe charged for attacking girlfriend in Miami
Read full article: Rick Wershe charged for attacking girlfriend in MiamiRick Wershe, known as "Whtie Boy Rick" for decades to Metro Detroiters, was being accused of robbery and assault in Miami. The girlfriend made the claims to the Miami police, which Wershe denied Wednesday (May 10).
Richard ‘White Boy Rick’ Wershe arrested in Miami
Read full article: Richard ‘White Boy Rick’ Wershe arrested in MiamiRichard Wershe, a famous former FBI informant turned drug dealer in Michigan, was arrested in Miami for attacking his girlfriend during an argument that stemmed from him saying another woman’s name during sex, officials said.
Rick Wershe arrested for attacking girlfriend in Miami
Read full article: Rick Wershe arrested for attacking girlfriend in MiamiRick Wershe, the famous FBI informant turned drug dealer in Michigan, was arrested again, this time in Florida. Police officers say Wershe attacked his girlfriend after allegedly calling her the wrong name during sex. She claimed when she tried to get away from him, he attacked her. Wershe was released on bond but is facing several charges, including battery.
Richard ‘White Boy Rick’ Wershe arrested in Miami
Read full article: Richard ‘White Boy Rick’ Wershe arrested in MiamiRichard Wershe, a famous former FBI informant turned drug dealer in Michigan, was arrested in Miami for attacking his girlfriend during an argument that stemmed from him saying another woman’s name during sex, officials said.
Richard Wershe accused of attacking girlfriend in Miami after saying wrong woman’s name during sex
Read full article: Richard Wershe accused of attacking girlfriend in Miami after saying wrong woman’s name during sexRichard Wershe, a famous former FBI informant turned drug dealer in Michigan, was arrested in Miami for attacking his girlfriend during an argument that stemmed from him saying another woman’s name during sex, officials said.
Interview: Tracy Cowan spent nearly 20 years in Michigan prison. Now she’s pushing reform
Read full article: Interview: Tracy Cowan spent nearly 20 years in Michigan prison. Now she’s pushing reformA women who spent nearly 20 years in prison for gun and drug charges was released in January after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer commuted her sentence.
Richard Wershe Jr. denounces Detroit’s effort to dismiss lawsuit due to bankruptcy
Read full article: Richard Wershe Jr. denounces Detroit’s effort to dismiss lawsuit due to bankruptcyRichard Wershe Jr., formerly known as “White Boy Rick,” is set to appear in court Wednesday afternoon to denounce the city of Detroit’s effort to dismiss a civil lawsuit he brought against the city, several Detroit law enforcers and others for their alleged role in his decadeslong imprisonment.
Richard Wershe Jr., formerly known as ‘White Boy Rick,’ launches ‘The 8th’ cannabis brand
Read full article: Richard Wershe Jr., formerly known as ‘White Boy Rick,’ launches ‘The 8th’ cannabis brandMore than one year after his prison release, Richard Wershe Jr., formerly known as “White Boy Rick,” is launching a cannabis brand.
Rick Wershe Jr. and others protest prison sentence of Metro Detroit dispensary owner
Read full article: Rick Wershe Jr. and others protest prison sentence of Metro Detroit dispensary ownerOn Wednesday, supporters of Rudi Gammo, including Rick Wershe Jr., gathered outside the Oakland County courthouse. Gammo is charged with operating a city-sanctioned medical marijuana dispensary in Michigan back in 2018 before voters approved of legalizing adult use of marijuana.
Eminem to play 'White Boy Rick' in 50 Cent's Detroit-based Starz drama
Read full article: Eminem to play 'White Boy Rick' in 50 Cent's Detroit-based Starz dramaRapper Eminem is returning to acting to play the role of Rick Wershe Jr., formerly known as White Boy Rick, in 50 Cent's upcoming Starz drama "BMF."
Richard Wershe Jr., formerly known as ‘White Boy Rick’, sues FBI agents, Detroit police
Read full article: Richard Wershe Jr., formerly known as ‘White Boy Rick’, sues FBI agents, Detroit policeRichard Wershe Jr. is suing FBI agents, Detroit police and others a year after he was released from prison.
Richard Wershe Jr., formerly ‘White Boy Rick,’ announces lawsuit against FBI agents and Detroit police year after prison release
Read full article: Richard Wershe Jr., formerly ‘White Boy Rick,’ announces lawsuit against FBI agents and Detroit police year after prison releaseRichard Wershe Jr. is suing FBI agents, Detroit police and others a year after he was released from prison.
Richard Wershe Jr., formerly ‘White Boy Rick,’ is suing FBI agents and Detroit police year after prison release
Read full article: Richard Wershe Jr., formerly ‘White Boy Rick,’ is suing FBI agents and Detroit police year after prison releaseRichard Wershe Jr. is suing FBI agents, Detroit police and others a year after he was released from prison.
5 things to know about ‘White Boy Rick’ Wershe, who is now a free man after his release earlier this week
Read full article: 5 things to know about ‘White Boy Rick’ Wershe, who is now a free man after his release earlier this weekIn case you missed it, Richard “White Boy Rick” Wershe Jr. was released earlier this week from a Florida halfway house. They were his first steps of freedom since he was a teenager.
How ‘White Boy’ Rick Wershe went from informant, to drug ring, to 32 years in prison
Read full article: How ‘White Boy’ Rick Wershe went from informant, to drug ring, to 32 years in prison“White Boy” Rick Wershe, who was busted for selling drugs as a teenager after serving as a police informant, was released from prison Monday after more than 30 years.